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Duration

1 year

Tuition

$2,708

  Hamilton

Sep 2-Sep 2

Plus 1 other start dates

Jan 5 - Jan 5 2027

Commitment

Full-Time

Delivery

Classroom

Credential

Certificate

Year Founded

1966

Scholarships

no

The Gas and Oil Burner Technician 2 program at Mohawk College provides students with the essential skills and hands-on experience needed for a successful career in the gas and oil heating industry. Accredited by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA), this program equips students with practical knowledge in equipment installation, troubleshooting, and servicing.

In the first semester, students are prepared for the provincial Oil Burner Technician 3 (OBT 3) and Gas Technician 3 (G3) certification exams. Upon successful completion, students become eligible to take the Oil Burner Technician 2 (OBT 2) and Gas Technician 2 (G2) exams in the second semester. The curriculum focuses on safe equipment operation, electrical wiring, piping, soldering, brazing, and fuel applications. Students also learn to work with control systems and gain expertise in combustion and electrical systems related to gas and oil-fired equipment.

Through a combination of theoretical learning and hands-on experience, students are well-prepared to enter the field with the skills and certifications required to meet industry standards and pursue a rewarding career in heating and combustion technology.

Admission Requirements

  • Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.

What You’ll Learn

  • Apply safety protocols in plant, job site, and vehicle environments.
  • Use fasteners, hand and power tools, and electrical measuring instruments for accurate work.
  • Understand the properties and safe handling of natural gas and propane to ensure appliance efficiency.
  • Interpret installation codes, acts, and regulations to uphold safety standards.
  • Install and maintain gas piping/tubing systems, pressure regulators, and mechanical controls on appliances.
  • Install, service, and maintain various gas appliances, including water heaters, heating systems, and gas meters.

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Anonymous

Hamilton • September 17, 2024

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Business Administration - Human Resources

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

5 stars

I really enjoy my experience at mohawk. there’s plenty of spaces to study, eat, and workout. i love the community and supporting the varsity teams. The courses offered here are all so great for life learning.

I really enjoy my experience at mohawk. there’s plenty of spaces to study, eat, and workout. i love the community and supporting the varsity teams. The courses offered here are all so great for life learning.

Mohawk College

My experience was fantastic.

Sahil Mutreja

March 28, 2024

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Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

5 stars

It’s really a great college . I have studied from here and my experience was fantastic.

It’s really a great college . I have studied from here and my experience was fantastic.

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